Senior Staff Network Engineer - Network Services - Remote Opportunity with Competitive Salary

Join Our Team: Transforming the Insurance Industry through Engineering Excellence At GEICO, we're not just looking for a Senior Staff Network Engineer; we're seeking a visionary leader who can drive our insurance business transformation by building high-performance, low-maintenance, and zero-downtime platforms and applications. As a key member of our Network Services team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that values psychological safety, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence. About Us GEICO is a leading insurance company that's committed to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our IT organization is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from a traditional model to a tech-centric approach that prioritizes engineering excellence. As a Senior Staff Network Engineer, you'll play a critical role in this transformation, leveraging your expertise to drive the design, architecture, and implementation of complex network solutions that meet our business requirements and objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of complex network solutions, ensuring consistency, reliability, and security across the organization. Maintain network standards, policies, and best practices, working closely with the Security team to enforce Security best practices in an effective and scalable manner. Design, deploy, and support SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. Implement and maintain wired and wireless security measures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative network technologies and solutions that drive operational efficiency and business value. Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending strategic investments and enhancements to our network infrastructure. Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex network issues, providing guidance and expertise to resolve critical incidents and outages. Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams, determining and supporting resource requirements, evaluating operational processes, and measuring outcomes to ensure desired results. Configure and maintain SD-WAN edge devices, gateways, and controllers to support dynamic traffic routing, QoS, and security policies. Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to develop customized SD-WAN designs and configurations, monitoring network performance and proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime. Be a role model and mentor, helping to coach and strengthen the technical expertise and know-how of our engineering and product community, influencing and educating executives as needed. Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and maintenance activities. Essential Qualifications To succeed in this role, you'll need: Expert-level knowledge of networking protocols, technologies, and standards, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, SDN, and SD-WAN. Extensive hands-on experience with network equipment and platforms from leading vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, and Palo Alto Networks. Strong understanding of network security principles, best practices, and compliance requirements, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and encryption. Highly proficient in architecture assessment and proposals, with proficiency in designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions. Experience solving analytical problems with quantitative approaches, with the ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment. Preferred Qualifications While not required, the following qualifications can give you a competitive edge: 10+ years of professional experience in Network Engineering, with 8+ years of experience in architecture and design. 6+ years of experience with open-source frameworks, and 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience, with CCNA and CCNP certifications (CCIE is a plus). Skills and Competencies To thrive in this role, you'll need to possess: Strong technical leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and educate executives. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a strong understanding of network security principles and best practices. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a willingness to adapt to changing priorities and technologies. Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits At GEICO, we're committed to helping our associates grow and develop their skills. As a Senior Staff Network Engineer, you'll have access to: Tuition reimbursement and paid training and licensures. Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. A culture of continuous learning and improvement, with a focus on staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry trends. Work Environment and Company Culture At GEICO, we pride ourselves on our dynamic and inclusive work environment. As a remote worker, you'll enjoy: Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance. A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. A collaborative and supportive team environment, with opportunities for networking and professional development. Compensation, Perks, and Benefits We offer a competitive salary range of $115,000 - $260,000 per year, depending on your experience and qualifications. In addition, you'll enjoy: Premier medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period. Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave. 401(k) plan and other benefits that support your financial well-being. A comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition reimbursement, paid training, and licensures. Conclusion If you're a seasoned network engineer with a passion for innovation and leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Senior Staff Network Engineer at GEICO, you'll have the chance to drive our insurance business transformation, work with cutting-edge technologies, and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. Don't miss this chance to join our team and shape the future of our organization. Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story. Apply for this job